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What do you use for tethering?

Just got my T-mo GSIII, and just wanted to see what wireless tethering apps work, if any. I need something to keep me until AOSP roms come to the US GSIII. I'm going away for 2 weeks today, and desperately need internet access for my laptop, but find the fees for tethering rediculous.

Once rooted I use wifi tether from the market, works great.

Try Foxfi it works pretty good
M.yA.nD.roid

Our just use the native tethering in the phones menu after you root...it's discussed in the development thread.it's never given me a problem. Those apps tend to suck..
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sublimejosh2000 said:
Our just use the native tethering in the phones menu after you root...it's discussed in the development thread.it's never given me a problem. Those apps tend to suck..
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Where at looking for a native option like on the sg2 days when you froze a certain app to make it work. Couldn't find anything in that everyone seems happy with the apps which u think they suck as well. There was one thread where they mentioned freezing an app but it broke wifi calling. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
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krad42 said:
Where at looking for a native option like on the sg2 days when you froze a certain app to make it work. Couldn't find anything in that everyone seems happy with the apps which u think they suck as well. There was one thread where they mentioned freezing an app but it broke wifi calling. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1732262

+1 for FoxFi. Market > Install > Activate Hotspot > Done.
Easy peasey lemon sqeezey.

Wow, Sprint blocked this from the market on my phone and on the desktop it states Foxfi is not available on your carrier. Foxfi does provide an external link though, thumbs up for them.

Not working on Verizon?
First the encrypted boot loader, now no wifi tethering? Really regretting my preorder now, might have to refuse shipment on this and continue to use my Thunderbolt w/ unlimited data and tethering for free

Jfree3000 said:
Wow, Sprint blocked this from the market on my phone and on the desktop it states Foxfi is not available on your carrier. Foxfi does provide an external link though, thumbs up for them.
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Try using the Market Access app. It will spoof your carrier so you can access the apps available on the market from TMobile or AT&T.
http://amip.tools-for.net/wiki/android/marketaccess

International Users on 4.1 accessing American Playstore

Has anyone else noticed that on 4.1 you cannot VPN into the Playstore?
I use Market Enabler+Vpn or droidvpn and it will not load...it used to on 4.0.x
anyone have a fix or any idea how to get around it?
Also, Every time i restart my phone I have to go into titanium backup and defrost google books, movies, and magazines...
DId google bump up lock out for international people accessing American Playstore?

Justice

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What does that mean? Is it working now? I expect to get the update today but would not want to lose access to the US play store. I am also overseas.
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eKeith said:
What does that mean? Is it working now? I expect to get the update today but would not want to lose access to the US play store. I am also overseas.
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Yeah i actually vpn'ed through my router.
but i cannot replicate it, they definently changed something in jelly bean the USA market is harder to gain access to
anyone else experiencing issues?

Ok thanks. I VPN through my router at home and use PPTP VPN on my devices when out.
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My Nexus has not yet received the update...
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eKeith said:
Ok thanks. I VPN through my router at home and use PPTP VPN on my devices when out.
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My Nexus has not yet received the update...
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just get the custom roms there are some pretty good ones... i'm using aroma 4.1.1. its a good rom so far.

[Q] random lost signal, t-mobile note 2

I am on MyRom 7.1 and I am randomly losing my data signal. I have flashed the newest lte modem with no change.
It will come back on a few hours later. Has anyone had this problem or maybe even found a fix for this?? thanks in advance!!

ragzz03 said:
I am on MyRom 7.1 and I am randomly losing my data signal. I have flashed the newest lte modem with no change.
It will come back on a few hours later. Has anyone had this problem or maybe even found a fix for this?? thanks in advance!!
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Im no pro, but if it's dropping and coming back in a couple hours I would say it's a network problem. Usually maintenance or an upgrade (maybe you'll be seeing lte soon
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kintwofan said:
Im no pro, but if it's dropping and coming back in a couple hours I would say it's a network problem. Usually maintenance or an upgrade (maybe you'll be seeing lte soon
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I thought that also, but my wife has gs3 on tmobile and she had service at the time of my dropped service.. maybe a bad download of modem? I will re download and flash again.

ragzz03 said:
I thought that also, but my wife has gs3 on tmobile and she had service at the time of my dropped service.. maybe a bad download of modem? I will re download and flash again.
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My data and network both disconnected when I woke up this morning, no fix, flashed JediX13 and its been working since. But it could be a bad coincidence
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OmmNomNom said:
My data and network both disconnected when I woke up this morning, no fix, flashed JediX13 and its been working since. But it could be a bad coincidence
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Were you on MyRom 7.1 ?? I want to figure out if its software or hardware. i recently broke my screen and had a new phone shipped to me. i rooted and put MyRom 7.1 on and am having this problem. I was on the same rom on my first note 2 and did not have this issue.

ragzz03 said:
Were you on MyRom 7.1 ?? I want to figure out if its software or hardware. i recently broke my screen and had a new phone shipped to me. i rooted and put MyRom 7.1 on and am having this problem. I was on the same rom on my first note 2 and did not have this issue.
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I was yes when I had the problem, now I'm on jedix14. amazing rom
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ragzz03 said:
I am on MyRom 7.1 and I am randomly losing my data signal. I have flashed the newest lte modem with no change.
It will come back on a few hours later. Has anyone had this problem or maybe even found a fix for this?? thanks in advance!!
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Started happening to me on cm10 recently.. What I do is toggle cdma/gsm/lte to something else then back to whatever it was on.. Sometimes that alone does the trick.. Other times I have to do that And reboot
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Issue im having was the exchange activ sync. I have my work email and the issue started couple of days ago, it wont sync using mobile data but it sync when wifi on. Any1???
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jay661972 said:
Issue im having was the exchange activ sync. I have my work email and the issue started couple of days ago, it wont sync using mobile data but it sync when wifi on. Any1???
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Have you tried removing activ sync account and then re adding the account??

ragzz03 said:
Have you tried removing activ sync account and then re adding the account??
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Yup tried that so many times
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jay661972 said:
Yup tried that so many times
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this worked for me. I had the same issue. I would have service for about 3 mins then nothing for 20min. I tried everything. The text in red is what you should do. YOU WILL LOOSE ALL DATA. SAVE TO EXT-SDCARD IF YOU WANT TO SAVE ANYTHING.
!!WARNING SETTINGS CHANGED IN 197328640 MODE DO NO RESET ON HARD RESET THESE SETTING STAY WITH THE PHONE YOU MIGHT GET THINGS BACK TO NORMAL BY USING *2767*3855# - Full Reset (Caution every stored data will be deleted.)!!
dial this number on your phone *2767*3855# and it will factory reset

rmsmerd said:
this worked for me. I had the same issue. I would have service for about 3 mins then nothing for 20min. I tried everything. The text in red is what you should do. YOU WILL LOOSE ALL DATA. SAVE TO EXT-SDCARD IF YOU WANT TO SAVE ANYTHING.
!!WARNING SETTINGS CHANGED IN 197328640 MODE DO NO RESET ON HARD RESET THESE SETTING STAY WITH THE PHONE YOU MIGHT GET THINGS BACK TO NORMAL BY USING *2767*3855# - Full Reset (Caution every stored data will be deleted.)!!
dial this number on your phone *2767*3855# and it will factory reset
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I think the issue are the updated google music and hangout. I just uninstall the update and all works been hours now.
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jay661972 said:
I think the issue are the updated google music and hangout. I just uninstall the update and all works been hours now.
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Could be. I have not updated them yet. I will see if it causes the issue again

dropped data
i've also been having problems w/ dropped data. on the stock roms i don't have any problems but i prefer the aosp roms and it seems like everytime i've used a variant of an aosp rom, i would lose data intermittently. it's very frustrating b/c i really want to get away from a touchwiz based rom.

I've been having this issue for months now across multiple roms, both CM & TW. It just randomly drops the data connection for a few minutes & then it comes right back. It's so weird, I've had the same radio since June & it just started doing this in late July. I can only assume that Tmo is doing a lot of network upgrades or something.

kabuk1 said:
I've been having this issue for months now across multiple roms, both CM & TW. It just randomly drops the data connection for a few minutes & then it comes right back. It's so weird, I've had the same radio since June & it just started doing this in late July. I can only assume that Tmo is doing a lot of network upgrades or something.
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I had the same problem when the upgrade that added LTE for T-Mobile came out. I went by the T-Mobile store and the guy said they were aware of the issue, but didn't exactly what was causing it, but something with the LTE. He said he has the same phone with a different brand of SIM card. He replaced my SIM with one of those and I have had no problems with losing connection since.

cjp420 said:
I had the same problem when the upgrade that added LTE for T-Mobile came out. I went by the T-Mobile store and the guy said they were aware of the issue, but didn't exactly what was causing it, but something with the LTE. He said he has the same phone with a different brand of SIM card. He replaced my SIM with one of those and I have had no problems with losing connection since.
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Ah, good to know. Maybe I'll stop by the T-Mobile store after work today & see if I can get them to replace my sim.

Want to bypass the 2.5gb tethering limit from t-mobile? Here is my video tutorial!

Enjoy guys, if the video helped you please give it a thumbs up! And subscribe for more! http://youtu.be/QbGu2b0cgGo

Do you keep it at the made up apn permanently or once you are done tethering do you go back to the stock APN settings?
Great video, thanks!
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MikeYuse0406 said:
Do you keep it at the made up apn permanently or once you are done tethering do you go back to the stock APN settings?
Great video, thanks!
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I keep it there permanently. Interestingly enough, I was never able to send mms in my third party sms app. After changing the apn, every thing runs even better than before
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jcannon318 said:
I keep it there permanently. Interestingly enough, I was never able to send mms in my third party sms app. After changing the apn, every thing runs even better than before
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So I bought the app last night and when I used it my hotspot data immediately started getting eaten up. Any tips on this?
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btbamzao said:
So I bought the app last night and when I used it my hotspot data immediately started getting eaten up. Any tips on this?
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Did you go through the setup process?
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jcannon318 said:
Did you go through the setup process?
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I installed the app. Hit the enable button and it said I needed to disable an "always scanning WiFi" option so I did. Then enabled it and started tethering. Opened up the tmo app to check usage and it was using hotspot data.
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And I setup the APN also.
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I watched the video (nice video btw) and kept thinking what if you hooked up a laptop to it with no android spoofing agents. An ipad is like a mobile device. But a windows pc with a desktop user agent in a web browser is another story. I use my connection for work using the default tethering and it does not register any data through the vpn except web pages.
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I want an app that will allow unlimited tethering while watching YouTube videos on my windows pc without any spoofing.
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IronCityMZ3 said:
I watched the video (nice video btw) and kept thinking what if you hooked up a laptop to it with no android spoofing agents. An ipad is like a mobile device. But a windows pc with a desktop user agent in a web browser is another story. I use my connection for work using the default tethering and it does not register any data through the vpn except web pages.
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I want an app that will allow unlimited tethering while watching YouTube videos on my windows pc without any spoofing.
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I understand your concern. I can honestly tell you that i have tethered my computer, and downloaded torrents, using upwards of 4-5 gbs in one sitting, as well as used my PS4, and PS3 all of my note 3. So far this month, i have used 27 GB
Thanks by the way, im glad you liked the video

Thanks for the reply. That was the only concern i had with the video was that it was with an ipad bc of how tmobile sees data come through. I may need to use my Google survey money to buy that app. Technically free for me. Have you used Web browsers as well on your pc with no user agents without it registering?
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IronCityMZ3 said:
Thanks for the reply. That was the only concern i had with the video was that it was with an ipad bc of how tmobile sees data come through. I may need to use my Google survey money to buy that app. Technically free for me. Have you used Web browsers as well on your pc with no user agents without it registering?
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I have! I am having such a great experience with this app that i am debating on canceling my home internet service LOL imagine that? I am debating getting another t-mobile line, activating that with my note 2 that i have sitting in my drawer, and hooking my note 2 into my wireless router, and serve internet to the entire house!
Not exactly sure if i want to cut ties with my ISP though....still thinking on it.

Honestly i love tmobile! I have not signed up for comcast or Verizon bc of tmobile. Best deal on the planet. I got 40 mbps the other day. ..get 30 from my house.
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IronCityMZ3 said:
Honestly i love tmobile! I have not signed up for comcast or Verizon bc of tmobile. Best deal on the planet. I got 40 mbps the other day. ..get 30 from my house.
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i totally agree brotha! I switched from AT&T about 1 month ago when they did the ETF promo....haven't looked back. Anddd i am saving roughly 100 bucks a month....that....is insane. All around better service, same amazing devices, UNLIMITED DATA, and lowest cost for a "big 4" wireless carrier.

Yup. I am in Pittsburgh and the service is very good here. I can't speak for traveling yet but in the metropolitan area i am in i could not be happier for 75 and change each month. I usually go through 100 plus gigs a month. I don't get why people who don't travel far even consider the other big carriers unless they have a family plan. ..that is another story.
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Dude, this is sweet. thanks a bunch.

Is there any solution to those of us still stock and non rooted?
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Rainbowbright081 said:
Is there any solution to those of us still stock and non rooted?
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Nope, you have to root.

I think T-mobile have just found out about it today. my internet got disconnecting around 1am central time. i was using modified apn. everything was working fine. i tried everything with no success, i called T-mobile, and they have to reset the signal, and reset the apn to its original setting. and then switch to 2g network, then switch to Auto. after all that i got my internet working. so i tried again to miss with the apn, what i found out is that no matter apn i use, will not work, unless i choose the protected apn. and my internet get disconnecting until i change to 2g then Auto.
What i believe is T-mobile have just known about the apn trick.
please everyone has the same issue report back.

makki666 said:
I think T-mobile have just found out about it today. my internet got disconnecting around 1am central time. i was using modified apn. everything was working fine. i tried everything with no success, i called T-mobile, and they have to reset the signal, and reset the apn to its original setting. and then switch to 2g network, then switch to Auto. after all that i got my internet working. so i tried again to miss with the apn, what i found out is that no matter apn i use, will not work, unless i choose the protected apn. and my internet get disconnecting until i change to 2g then Auto.
What i believe is T-mobile have just known about the apn trick.
please everyone has the same issue report back.
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Are you using the newest version of the T-Mobile My Account app?? I think it can control and monitor wi-fi usage to block this trick. I block some of its permissions using LBE Security Master.

I personally use this has never failed me ... I have tethered almost 200GB Data with no problem ....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=231[QUOTE][/QUOTE]0850

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Are you using the newest version of the T-Mobile My Account app?? I think it can control and monitor wi-fi usage to block this trick. I block some of its permissions using LBE Security Master.
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You was right, it is works now, but it does consume from my 2.5 GB. :cyclops:

How to remove ads

I like the retail note 4. The screen is fabulous and its fast. However I cannot get by being inundated by the advertisments. Some are full page when I open aps and others flash at the top or bottom of the screen. Very distracting.
Is there an ap or a way to eliminate or at least remove most of the ads. Please be specific. I have gone back to my rooted, unlocked note 2. Will return the 4 if I cannot resolve this issue on the retail 4.
Unfortunitly I do not want to spend 700 for a DE note4. Thanks
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2931785
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Thanks. I read thru this excellent thread and tried adblock plus. I had the same problem other vzw owners had. You cant add a new apn on the vzw varrient. I was hoping someone had another solution.
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GaryAlpusa1 said:
Thanks. I read thru this excellent thread and tried adblock plus. I had the same problem other vzw owners had. You cant add a new apn on the vzw varrient. I was hoping someone had another solution.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/adguard-ad-blocker-doesnt-require-root-t2958895#post57198968
I have a 180 day free trial code for the Pro version that I haven't activated yet so if someone wants it let me know.

until there is Root, there's not much you can do about it. Adblock Plus works if you're on wifi, but I noticed that it sucks more battery power and makes the phone run hotter than usual.
My solution was to sell my Retail note 4 (since with all the rebates, I only paid $100 for it), and buy a DE Note 4.

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until there is Root, there's not much you can do about it. Adblock Plus works if you're on wifi, but I noticed that it sucks more battery power and makes the phone run hotter than usual.
My solution was to sell my Retail note 4 (since with all the rebates, I only paid $100 for it), and buy a DE Note 4.
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The app I posted a link to is for non-rooted devices and works nicely.

oilfighter said:
until there is Root, there's not much you can do about it. Adblock Plus works if you're on wifi, but I noticed that it sucks more battery power and makes the phone run hotter than usual.
My solution was to sell my Retail note 4 (since with all the rebates, I only paid $100 for it), and buy a DE Note 4.
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A cheaper (temporary) solution would be to use your apps in 'Airplane Mode,' assuming it is not too much of an inconvenience :good:
I usually do this when there is no paid version for an app/game :3
In hindsight I guess that it's pretty obvious lol but I'm going to leave it here anyways

JippleStar said:
A cheaper (temporary) solution would be to use your apps in 'Airplane Mode,' assuming it is not too much of an inconvenience :good:
I usually do this when there is no paid version for an app/game :3
In hindsight I guess that it's pretty obvious lol but I'm going to leave it here anyways
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If only I can browse the web in airplane mode, LOL
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The app I posted a link to is for non-rooted devices and works nicely.
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I read through the thread, seems like there are some battery penalties for using the app, so I dont know...

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If only I can browse the web in airplane mode, LOL
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Technically you could... Just activate WiFi after activating Airplane mode.. but that probably wasn't your point

Has anyone tried Adguard, it works through VPN, similar to avast vpn but it blocks ads

Matttrix said:
Has anyone tried Adguard, it works through VPN, similar to avast vpn but it blocks ads
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I posted a link to it up a few posts, I was using it before I got my DE and it works, I did not notice any increase in battery usage either.
I still have a 180 day trial code for the Pro version if someone wants it.

I made thread covering adguard and works great. Developer even jumped in thread to explain. It creates it's own vpn.Only way to block ads on a unrooted device. Adblock will only work on WiFi without root. AdGuard works on both WiFi & Cellular!

I'm liking the free version so far. If you don't mind passing along the key for the pro version, I'd happily take it. I've been impressed with it so far.
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I'll user that code of you still have it.
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Got to admit it, Adgaurd is working awesome. I activated the the pro trial version and it's blocking everything MOAAB or Jrummys ad blocker did. Ads and themes are the main reasons I root. No I just need a dark them and I'm set. I'll probably end up getting the one year license if we don't get root soon.
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I'm liking the free version so far. If you don't mind passing along the key for the pro version, I'd happily take it. I've been impressed with it so far.
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